orchard bonnets
I just finished a custom order for two orchard bonnets... I think they turned out beautifully! I especially like the gray...
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Tuesday, November 30, 2010
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Monday, November 29, 2010
fun little things
Here are some fun little projects I made on Saturday... tiny little canvases on tiny little easels! The canvases measure 3" x 3"... so cute!
I'm feeling a tad under the weather today... I just had sore throat a week and a half ago and now I'm feeling sick again... bleh. I'm going to curl up with Netflix, an afghan, and some sock knitting in just a few minutes. Surely that will make me feel better! : )
Sunday, November 28, 2010
Warm Up America!
Potter Craft is offering two free patterns from Knitting Block by Block to benefit the Warm Up America charity! Crafters can knit a square and send it to Potter Craft, where they will be joined to make afghans and distributed to those in need. Blocks should be submitted by December 2nd and can be mailed to Potter Craft at:Potter Craft
Crown Publishing, 12-1
1745 Broadway
New York, NY 10019More info can be found here.
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p.s. check out the new free shipping special section of my etsy shop for cyber monday!
Read more...c h i c a g o
I'm back from chicago and it was awesome! Always my favorite is the Art Institute, and I found a few new spots, too (Chicago Diner for vegan/vegetarian food, Dick Blick's for art supplies). A very satisfying trip, indeed!
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Monday, November 22, 2010
one last thing...
One last post before I fly away to Chicago... I finished another little collage/painting/sharpie drawing that I'm totally in love with...
And don't miss out on my blog reader shop discount (details here)!
Have a happy Thanksgiving!
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Saturday, November 20, 2010
because i like you
On Monday I'm flying to Chicago! I'll be spending the whole week there with my awesome brother... I love Chicago! To celebrate, I'm offering a 10% blog reader discount in my Etsy shop now thru Friday, November 26th.
My shop has the new "coupon code" feature, so all you have to do is enter "chicagorocks" in the coupon code spot when you're checking out on Etsy and you'll get 10% off your order instantly. Now is the time to start your holiday shopping, so don't miss out : )
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Friday, November 19, 2010
Thursday, November 18, 2010
a bunch of blue
I'm now on the February Lady's second sleeve... so close to finishing... other projects just keep popping up!
And a new set of tiny hearts for the shop... this time in "Tiffany Blue"...
Wednesday, November 17, 2010
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Wednesday, November 10, 2010
my newest treasury...
'Bountiful Table' by cornflowerbluestudio
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Read more...another way to use the bows : )
Hello! I have another way for you to use the crochet bows from my tutorial! They make super cute holiday gift packaging! I used a 2.0 mm crochet hook and crochet thread for these bows, but the technique pretty much the same...
I think they would also be sweet tied around an evergreen garland...
Can't crochet? Don't have time? Don't worry, you can find them in my shop! : )
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Tuesday, November 9, 2010
Monday, November 8, 2010
f i n i s h e d
I finished the "topography" embroidery! That's what I'm calling it, "topography." It reminds me of a hilly landscape as seen from above. It's 10.5 inches across with the hoop, so it's pretty large for an embroidered piece (at least, for me). And now it's finished!
I just added it to my shop, too!
Sunday, November 7, 2010
bits & pieces of autumn
I'm putting together a fun little project... a centerpiece to celebrate the beautiful autumn weather we've been having in Alabama for the past few weeks. It's simple to make and collecting all the elements can be done over time, so the project changes as the season progresses.
I went on a nature walk to collect some long twigs, pine cones, seed pods, and acorns. When I returned home, I scrounged up an empty coffee can, covered the outside with scrap booking paper, and filled the can 2/3 of the way with small rocks. I hung my little nature treasures with crochet thread and dried some orange slices (225 F in my oven) to add some color.
I plan to add more items as I go and some small, colorful ornaments will look pretty in December!
I just love the velvety seed pods! They are from some type of bushy/viney plant, but I'm not sure what it is!
Now I need to make some more apple cinnamon spice tea and enjoy the rest of my autumn crafternoon!
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Friday, November 5, 2010
g i v e a w a y !
This is your opportunity to get a box of crafty presents made by me! The winner will get all the cute stuff from the photo... a small collage, bow headband, red heart ornament, two little bows for embellishing whatever you choose, a fabric bundle from my own stash, and a little box of silvery vintage buttons.
There are five ways to enter... please leave a separate comment on this post for each entry and make sure I have a way to contact you! I will randomly choose a winner on Tuesday, November 9th... international entries are welcome, too.
1. Leave a comment telling me your favorite item from my etsy shop.
2. Heart me on etsy.
3. Mention & link to the giveaway on your blog.
4. Follow this blog.
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Thursday, November 4, 2010
coming along nicely...
I'm making quite a bit of progress on two projects that I've been working on for a while... the February Lady sweater and my embroidery of little x's.
The body of the sweater is finished and I've started on the first arm...
and I have just one chunk of embroidery left...
both projects are really fun to work on. I think I'll knit another February Lady before the winter is over, it's such a nice pattern with no seams! That is the best part : )
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Wednesday, November 3, 2010
3 projects
Another rainy day in Tuscaloosa, I was able to bike a little bit this morning but my run had to be cancelled. Ah well, more time for crafts!
another collage...
some crochet ornaments...
and more bows!
Tuesday, November 2, 2010
free crochet pattern :: bow headband
Here is my newest crochet how-to! We are making this cute bow headband...
We will start by making two simple pieces: a rectangle and a long string. I used worsted weight yarn and a size H/5.0 mm crochet hook. You can use this same method with other yarns & hooks, the headband will just be bigger or smaller. Play around & try things out!
To make the rectangle:
1. Chain 15.
2. Work in double crochet for 4 rows.
3. Cut yarn, knot off, and weave in your ends.
To make the headband string:
1. Chain 90.
2. Check your head... is this enough stitches to reach around your head and tie? Adjust if necessary.
3. Work one row in single crochet.
To make the bow, scrunch the rectangle together in the middle. Take some extra yarn and wrap it around several times (4 or 5 times should do the trick). Don't cut the yarn yet!
Now position the bow on the headband string - a little off center so that it will sit on the side of your head. Continue wrapping the yarn, catching the headband string and making your headband into one piece. When the bow is secure, cut the yarn and knot it. Weave in the ends and you are finished!
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